SOLD MAY 19, 2026

Sold on May 2026

$1,765,000

•

3,954

sq ft

28 Mercer Rd, Needham, MA 02494

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About this home

Nestled on a private road in one of Needham’s most sought-after neighborhoods, this stately Second Empire Victorian offers nearly 4,000 sq ft of elegant living space. Rich in historic character and thoughtfully refreshed for modern living. This move-in-ready home features bright, expansive living areas and a flexible layout ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Enjoy a private outdoor setting with deck and patio, perfect for relaxing or hosting gatherings. A park just across the street provides green space and recreation right outside your door. Ideally located minutes from Needham Center, commuter rail, top-rated schools, dining, shopping, and major commuter routes.

Single-familyProperty Type

1941Year Built

7,405 sq ftLot Size

$446Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Carina Bittar-Doyle • William Raveis R. E. & Home Services

Bought with Jamie Grossman • MGS Group Real Estate LTD - Wellesley

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•Source:MLS PIN #73483504

Redfin Estimate

$2,046,825

$282K since sold in May 2026

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This home's estimate is 9.9% higher than the average sale price ($1.86M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$1,775,000
A
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SOLD JUL 1, 2026
$1,570,000
B
5 beds2.5 baths2,939 sq ft
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SOLD JUL 2, 2026
$1,725,000
C
5 beds3.5 baths3,600 sq ft
14 Melrose Ave, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$2,359,000
D
5 beds4.5 baths4,285 sq ft
96 Richdale Rd, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD JUN 26, 2026
$2,150,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths2,506 sq ft
11 Fairlawn St, Needham, MA 02492
SOLD MAY 27, 2026
$1,600,000
F
4 beds2.5 baths2,932 sq ft
55 Burnside Rd, Needham, MA 02494

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Market trends in 02494, MA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.3%

+1.4% MoM

Median sale price

$1.7M

$18K MoM

Avg. days on market

21d

7 days MoM

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6 MoM

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$1,795,000
3 beds4.5 baths3,013 sq ft
20 Crescent Rd #20, Needham, MA 02494
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Sale and tax history for 28 Mercer Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73483504

May 19, 2026

Sold

$1,765,000

$446/sq ft

Apr 18, 2026

Contingent

—

Mar 6, 2026

Listed

$1,898,000

$480/sq ft

MLS PIN #71949065

Apr 8, 2016

Sold

$1,160,000

$293/sq ft

Feb 8, 2016

Pending

—

Feb 3, 2016

Relisted

—

Jan 25, 2016

Pending

—

Jan 15, 2016

Listed

$1,189,000

$301/sq ft

+21

This Second Empire antique colonial, sited on a private road in desirable Needham Heights neighborhood, complete rehab. The Alfred John Mercer House was designed and built by architect Otis E. Brown in 1871 on a gently sloping lot at what was then known as 336 Webster Street. It features a decorative shingled roof, five bedrooms, three and one half baths, expansive rooms w/10' ceilings, hardwood floors , detailed staircases, porch, patio and a two car garage . Close to everything ! Complete remodel from the studs in and foundation up... New windows ,roof, siding , gas furnace /appliances , AC , open floor plan chef's kitchen , 3rd floor master suite/spa with custom walk in closet and spa like bath. Own a piece of History with all of the modern features of a new build!

MLS PIN #71691110

Jul 24, 2014

Sold

$560,000

$142/sq ft

Jun 14, 2014

Price Changed

$579,000

$146/sq ft

Jun 14, 2014

Contingent

—

Jun 2, 2014

Listed

$650,000

$164/sq ft

This Second Empire antique colonial, sited on a private road in desirable Needham Heights neighborhood, needs complete gut rehab and restoration. The Alfred John Mercer House was designed & built by architect Otis E. Brown in 1871 on a gently sloping lot at what was then known as 336 Webster Street. It features a slate roof, 8 bedrooms, two baths, very lge. rms. w/10' ceilings, hardwood fls, front & rear interior staircases, two enclosed & one screened porch, patio and a two car garage. Convenient location, close to schools, shopping and commuter routes. Property is not habitable and is not eligible for conventional financing. It is being sold "as is." Buyers please use due diligence. Accompanied showings with 24 hour+advance notice please.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$17,038 (+5.4%)

$534,100 + $772,500

$1,306,600

2022

$16,171 (+2.6%)

$468,500 + $741,000

$1,209,500

2021

$15,760 (+5.3%)

$468,500 + $741,000

$1,209,500

2020

$14,971 (+5.3%)

$469,000 + $729,600

$1,198,600

2019

$14,219 (+4.3%)

$426,400 + $721,200

$1,147,600

2018

$13,633 (−2.3%)

$426,400 + $721,200

$1,147,600

2017

$13,951 (+99.5%)

$426,400 + $746,900

$1,173,300

2016

$6,992 (+8.1%)

$426,400 + $179,500

$605,900

2014

$6,467 (+3.0%)

$387,600 + $168,000

$555,600

2013

$6,278 (+3.2%)

$387,600 + $168,000

$555,600

2012

$6,084 (+2.5%)

$387,600 + $168,000

$555,600

2011

$5,938 (+3.5%)

$387,600 + $157,200

$544,800

2010

$5,737 (+5.7%)

$387,600 + $157,200

$544,800

2009

$5,426

$387,600 + $157,200

$544,800

Public record

Beds

Baths

3.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

7,405 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

2005

Sq. Ft.

3,954

Year built

1941

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

141365

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Open Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Spaces: 5
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 252
Length: 14
Width: 18
Level: Third
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Dressing Room,High Speed Internet Hookup,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 182
Length: 14
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Hardwood,Double Vanity,High Speed Internet Hookup,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 154
Length: 14
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 182
Length: 13
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled

Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 195
Length: 13
Width: 15
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Double Vanity,High Speed Internet Hookup,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 70
Length: 10
Width: 7
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Double Vanity,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 40
Length: 8
Width: 5
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled

Bathroom #3 Information
Area: 210
Length: 14
Width: 15
Level: Third
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled

Living Room Information
Area: 266
Length: 14
Width: 19
Level: First
Features: Coffered Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting

Family Room Information
Area: 210
Length: 15
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Coffered Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Remodeled

Dining Room Information
Area: 224
Length: 14
Width: 16
Level: First
Features: Coffered Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Wet Bar,Wine Chiller,Lighting - Pendant

Kitchen Information
Area: 210
Length: 15
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Skylight,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Pantry,Kitchen Island,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Remodeled,Stainless Steel Appliances,Storage,Gas Stove,Lighting - Pendant

Basement Information
Basement: Unfinished

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Dining Room, Living Room

Appliances
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, Wine Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, Range Hood, Cooktop, Rangetop - ENERGY STAR, Plumbed For Ice Maker

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 11
Door Features: French Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Recessed Lighting, Closet, Sitting Room, Mud Room, Wine Cellar

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,954
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Renovated Since
Color: Yellow

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle, Asphalt/Composition Shingles
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Deck - Composite, Patio
Exterior Features: Deck, Deck - Composite, Patio, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard, Garden, Stone Wall, ET Irrigation Controller

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled, Remodeled
Above Grade Finished Area: 3954
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Green Water Conservation: ET Irrigation Controller
Security Features: Security System
ADU: N

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.17
Road Surface Type: Unimproved
Road Frontage Type: Private Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $16,588
Tax Year: 2024

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 110 Volts, 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
Cooling: Central Air, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment

Location

School Information
Elementary School: Eliot Elementary School
Middle Or Junior School: Pollard Middle School
High School: Needham High School

Location Information
Directions: Off Highland Ave, turn onto Meridian St, then left on private Mercer Rd.
UnparsedAddress: 28 Mercer Rd, Needham MA 02494

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,954
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 7,405 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1941
Year Renovated: 2005
County: Norfolk County
APN: 141365

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2023

Other

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

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Schools

John Eliot

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi

9/10

Pollard Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi

10/10

Needham High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi

9/10

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

50% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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Needham, MA • 02494

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Sun exposure

86/ 100

Very good sunlight

Sunscore

There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

7.9 hrs

4.1 hrs

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Estimated sale price

$1.95M – $2.35M

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Address	Redfin Estimate
10 Mercer Rd, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2508 Sq. Ft.	$1,620,792
15 Mercer Rd, Needham, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1977 Sq. Ft.	$1,115,748

Address	Redfin Estimate
22 Mercer Rd, Needham, MA 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1295 Sq. Ft.	$1,019,350
21 Mercer Rd, Needham, MA 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$877,822

Address	Redfin Estimate
9 Mercer Rd, Needham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2253 Sq. Ft.	$1,426,255
67 Spring Rd, Needham, MA 6 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 5149 Sq. Ft.	$2,858,131

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